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Horses and jockeys sprinting in a crowded horse race on a grassy track, riders leaning forward in mid-race.

Trainer Michael Freedman was still processing the stewards’ decision regarding Transcend’s disqualification when Polyglot notched a win for the stable in the subsequent race, the Proven Thoroughbreds Handicap (1100m) at …

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The Lindsay Park team, comprising Ben, Will, and J D Hayes, saw their faith in Hard Kick rewarded as the three-year-old gelding returned to winning form at Caulfield. Having won …

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Brad Widdup, who has endured his share of tough close finishes on the track, has clinched a rare victory via the stewards’ room with his progressive mare, Mind Ya Bizz. …

Jockey in maroon silks riding a bay horse at speed on a grass racetrack, saddlecloth number 11.

Yellow Jersey, a Tony and Calvin McEvoy-trained import, has set the pace in a specially arranged trial at Caulfield Heath, finishing ahead of Mr Brightside as preparations continue for Saturday’s …

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A narrow, scrambling victory at Rosehill Gardens on Saturday saw Steel Will overcome a challenging race, much to the relief of his supporters who had backed him heavily. The three-year-old …

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With a wealth of high-quality three-year-olds in his stable, Chris Waller has decided to split his team between Melbourne and Sydney for the current season. While Hidrix, Central Europe, and …

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Aaron Bain, the trainer based in Angaston, is confident that Officiate, a gelding with Stakes-placed form, will prove to be a profitable asset in the long run, even though recouping …

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Trainer Enver Jusufovic has faced considerable challenges with the career of his Group 1-winning gelding, Pinstriped. Pinstriped suffers from kissing-spine, an ailment that requires careful management. Currently, the gelding is …

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Chris Waller’s ambition to claim an early victory in Sydney’s three-year-old features may fall to Central Europe, with his other two contenders for The Rosebud facing uncertainty about their participation. …

Jockey in black-and-white silks on a bay horse during a race at Yarraman Park, number 1 saddle cloth.

Romeo’s Choice has been competing in excellent form this winter, leading trainer Richard Litt to extend his preparation while the gelding remains race-fit and in good condition. The gelding, a …

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It seems like only yesterday that Away Game was actively participating in sprint races across Australia’s eastern seaboard. Away Game triumphed in the 2020 Magic Millions 2YO Classic held at …

Jockey in red cap and white-and-red silks on a galloping bay horse during a race, with Royal Randwick signs in the background.

Trainer Brian Gentle is unconcerned about reducing Coincide’s race distance from 1100 metres to 800 metres as the stable targets two wins in succession. The gelding, formerly with Gai Waterhouse …

Jockey in green-and-white silks rides a brown horse over a hurdle at Caulfield Racecourse, with banners in the background.

A field of seven spring hopefuls is scheduled to trial at Caulfield Heath ahead of the commencement of racing at Caulfield. The Melbourne Racing Club has extended a helping hand …

Jockey in teal-green silks riding a brown racehorse with blue number 10 saddle cloth on a grassy track, colorful flower barriers in the background.

Sydney conditioner Michael Freedman has dispatched Satin Summer to Melbourne to take part in the upcoming sprint races tailored for three-year-old fillies. Satin Summer is slated to kick off Freedman’s …

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Fully Lit, the runner-up in the 2025 Epsom Handicap, is on a determined path to claim the top prize this year, with his campaign kicking off at Rosehill. The gelding …

Two jockeys race on thoroughbreds at Caulfield Racecourse, sprinting neck-and-neck on a sunny turf track with the MRC Caulfield signage in the background.

Connections are eyeing the Coolmore Stud Stakes at Flemington during the Melbourne Cup week as a prime objective for a talented three-year-old. Trainer Danny O’Brien and the ownership group of …

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James McDonald’s presence at Wyong on a Sunday is a rarity, but he was there for Steel Will, and the colt will now be assessed as a potential carnival contender …

Three jockeys race side by side on galloping horses on a turf track, leaning forward in a photo finish moment with a yellow advertising board in the background.

Jockey Rachel King has noted similarities between herself and the promising, yet-to-be fully tested, filly Blue Door. The Bjorn Baker-trained three-year-old is scheduled to make her seasonal reappearance in the …